2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Ford Ecosport
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Panda and 2006 Ford Ecosport were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ecosport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ecosport (109 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ecosport should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Ecosport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 2006 Ford Ecosport | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Ecosport |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 109 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4228 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2490 mm |
